Vincentian Schenley Gardens

Q: What neighborhood is Vincentian Schenley Gardens in?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens is in the Hill District neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

Q: Is Vincentian Schenley Gardens in a walkable area?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the license number of Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

According to PA state health department records, Vincentian Schenley Gardens's license number is 449860.

Q: When does Vincentian Schenley Gardens's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Vincentian Schenley Gardens's license expires on November 20, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens's occupancy is 37%.

Q: Are pets allowed at Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

Yes, Vincentian Schenley Gardens allows residents to bring their pets.

Overview of Vincentian Schenley Gardens

Set in the peaceful area of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA, Vincentian Schenley Gardens is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents feel valued and cared for with care plans that include a wide array of supportive services, including hygiene care, housekeeping, medication reminders, and more. The community offers a range of spacious, open-concept apartments that are adaptable to residents’ style and preferences, providing a cozy and welcoming residence.

The pet-friendly community is equipped with emergency call systems, giving residents and their families the peace of mind that comes with knowing help is only a button-push away if needed. A variety of maintenance services are offered to give residents more free time to spend with their loved ones or doing their hobbies. The community also offers a range of amenities, vibrant activities, and social outings to provide residents plenty of opportunities to explore new hobbies, make new friends, and live a fulfilling life.

Facility Direct Line (412) 621-4200

164-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

31 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 78 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

37%

Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

60 / 164

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

IssuanceNovember 20, 2025

ExpirationNovember 20, 2026

CountyAllegheny

License LevelFULL

License Number449860

Vincentian Schenley Gardens is legally operated by Vincentian De Marillac.

Profit StatusNonprofit

Alzheimer's

32 units

Total beds

164 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMrs. Theresa Novak, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

159 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9

119 Waking Staff

60 Resident Support Staff

60 Residents Served

9 Current Residents

32 Capacity

15 Residents Served

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 23 citations 4 complaints 13 inspections 2 waivers

Inspection Score

1 point below the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Waivers A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.

This Facility PA Average vs. PA Avg

Waivers are Pennsylvania Department of Health exemptions that let a facility operate outside required staffing ratios or staff credential rules. A higher count can signal that the facility regularly relies on exceptions — for example, fewer nursing hours per resident or staff who don't fully meet qualification standards — which may affect day-to-day care.
2
vs 0.9 avg
↑ 122% higher than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Pennsylvania state average

Overall vs. PA average

Latest Inspection September 17, 2025 Renewal

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	23	63	This facility has 63% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (23 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 63% better Rank #138 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 138th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for Total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	4.6	12.6	This facility has 63% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (4.6 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 63% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.8	5.7	This facility has 68% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1.8 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 68% better Rank #61 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 61st out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for Citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	13	11	This facility has had 18% more total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (13 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 18% more
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	7	8	This facility has 13% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (7 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 13% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	54%	73%	This facility has 19 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (54% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 19% better Rank #119 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 119th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	4	4	This facility has total complaints in line with the Pennsylvania average (4 vs. PA avg 4).— At avg Rank #297 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 297th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for Complaint inspections. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.8	0.8	This facility has complaints per year in line with the Pennsylvania average (0.8 vs. PA avg 0.8).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on September 17, 2025 found no deficiencies across three visits, with no complaints substantiated.
The April 9, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated four deficiencies including delayed abuse reporting, failure to suspend the alleged perpetrator, resident mistreatment, and unsanitary bathroom conditions.
The September 24, 2024 renewal inspection identified six deficiencies involving fire safety inspection gaps, medication errors, documentation issues, and conflicting resident care assessments, with accepted plans of correction.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Reviews (1)

Vincentian Schenley Gardens Reviews

Kelle

My mother-in-law lived at Vincentian Schenley Gardens in the memory care unit. The facility has consistently been short-staffed in the memory care unit, often with only one aide responsible for 14 residents. This level of staffing leads to delayed care, long response times, and visible strain on the staff who are present. These issues have been ongoing, not temporary lapses. Despite repeatedly raising concerns with management, we found them uncooperative and unwilling to take meaningful action. Instead of solutions, we received dismissive responses and little follow-through. Had it not been for a private duty aide we arranged for my mother-in-law, her comfort and well-being would have been severely compromised. Families entrust loved ones to facilities like this with the expectation of safe, attentive care—an expectation that Vincentian Schenley Gardens has not met. While some staff members are hardworking and caring, the chronic understaffing and lack of accountability from management make this an unsafe and unreliable choice. We have since moved my mother-in-law to another facility where the staff-to-resident ratio is appropriate and residents’ needs are met with care and attentiveness.

Rating Their Experiences

What do you like most about living here?

My mother-in-law was there. We moved her due to concerns for her well being

Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?

Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?

How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?

Memory Care did not have social interactions

How was the units offered in this community?

Do you feel safe living in this community?

How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?

How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)

Are special diets handled well?

Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?

Yes

Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?

Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?

Unfortunately, I would not recommend this facility

Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?

2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Pittsburgh's city center to Vincentian Schenley Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.


Vincentian Schenley Gardens	AL MC RC	Pittsburgh (Hill District)	164 Facility 164 PA AVG 94 Rank #40 / 554	Yes	78 Facility 78 PA AVG 46 Rank #88 / 667	Vincentian De Marillac	82 Facility 82 PA AVG 83 Rank #257 / 460	13	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 4 Rank #297 / 478	53.8% Facility 53.8% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #119 / 478	23 Facility 23 PA AVG 63 Rank #138 / 478	1.8 Facility 1.8 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #61 / 478	Non-Profit	159 Facility 159 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #13 / 356	2.65	36.6%	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Paramount Senior Living at South Hills	AL HC HOS IL MC NH RC SNF	Pittsburgh	127 Facility 127 PA AVG 94 Rank #100 / 554	Yes	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 46 Rank #223 / 667	Paramount Senior Living At South Hills, LLC	98 Facility 98 PA AVG 83 Rank #22 / 460	11	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 4 Rank #107 / 478	45.5% Facility 45.5% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #69 / 478	17 Facility 17 PA AVG 63 Rank #96 / 478	1.5 Facility 1.5 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #46 / 478	Profit	160 Facility 160 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #11 / 356	1.68	70.9%	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-
Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township	AL HC HOS IL MC NH RC SNF	Canonsburg	120 Facility 120 PA AVG 94 Rank #127 / 554	No	54 Facility 54 PA AVG 46 Rank #248 / 667	Paramount Senior Living At Peters Township LLC	78 Facility 78 PA AVG 83 Rank #306 / 460	15	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 4 Rank #343 / 478	40% Facility 40% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #39 / 478	30 Facility 30 PA AVG 63 Rank #195 / 478	2.0 Facility 2.0 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #76 / 478	Profit	137 Facility 137 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #27 / 356	1.67	68.3%	-	A+
Brookdale Mt. Lebanon	AL IL RESC	Pittsburgh (Mcneilly Road)	80 Facility 80 PA AVG 94 Rank #293 / 554	Yes	53 Facility 53 PA AVG 46 Rank #254 / 667	Brookdale Living Communities Of Pennsylvania-Ml Inc	88 Facility 88 PA AVG 83 Rank #162 / 460	9	0 Facility 0 PA AVG 4 Rank #1 / 478	55.6% Facility 55.6% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #123 / 478	22 Facility 22 PA AVG 63 Rank #126 / 478	2.4 Facility 2.4 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #116 / 478	Profit	70 Facility 70 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #181 / 356	1.40	-	-	A+
AHAVA Memory Care	AL ADC HOS MC PC	Pittsburgh (Squirrel Hill South)	30 Facility 30 PA AVG 94 Rank #536 / 554	No	52 Facility 52 PA AVG 46 Rank #260 / 667	Jewish Home And Hospital For Aged At Pittsburgh	91 Facility 91 PA AVG 83 Rank #112 / 460	7	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 4 Rank #107 / 478	42.9% Facility 42.9% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #50 / 478	14 Facility 14 PA AVG 63 Rank #81 / 478	2.0 Facility 2.0 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #76 / 478	Non-Profit	-	-	93.3%	-	-

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+

General Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by region

Asset Limits $8,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+

General PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Supplies (~$2,000/year) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+

General PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Benefits

Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+

General PA resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

What neighborhood is Vincentian Schenley Gardens in?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens is in the Hill District neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

Who is the owner of Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens is legally operated by Vincentian De Marillac.

Is Vincentian Schenley Gardens in a walkable area?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

According to PA state health department records, Vincentian Schenley Gardens's license number is 449860.

When does Vincentian Schenley Gardens's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Vincentian Schenley Gardens's license expires on November 20, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

Vincentian Schenley Gardens's occupancy is 37%.

Are pets allowed at Vincentian Schenley Gardens?

Yes, Vincentian Schenley Gardens allows residents to bring their pets.

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